Computer Basics Quiz

Which device is considered the "brain" of the computer?

• BIOS

• USB Port

• CPU

• RAM

What is the function of the network card in a computer?

• It wakes up the computer and reminds it what to do.

• It connects computers and allows them to talk to each other.

• It is the brain of the computer.

• It stores information on magnetic cylinders.

Where is information stored using magnetic cylinders?

• Motherboard

• CPU

• USB Port

• Hard drive

What is the role of the BIOS in a computer?

• It is the brain of the computer.

• It connects computers and allows them to talk to each other.

• It wakes up the computer and reminds it what to do.

• It stores information on magnetic cylinders.

Which type of memory is stored on chips located on the motherboard?

• Secondary

• Flash drive

• Primary

• CD

What usually holds up to 650 to 700 MB of data?

• DVD

• Flash drive

• CD

• Secondary memory

Which storage can hold information greater than a CD or DVD?

• Primary memory

• Flash drive

• Secondary memory

• Information

What is the purpose of storage in a computer?

• To hold programs

• To hold data

• To hold CDs

• To hold flash drives

Which program would you use for creating a birthday card for a friend?

• Spreadsheet

• Database

• Desktop Publishing

• Word processing

Which program would be most suitable for balancing your checkbook?

• Research

• Spreadsheet

• Entertainment

• Word processing